Interested in Water Polo?

Are you interested in playing MHEA water polo? Varsity tryouts are coming up soon! The MHEA water polo team has won back-to-back state championships, and is ready to start preparing for the upcoming season.

If your student athlete enjoys our fall workouts, then it's likely they have what it takes to join our varsity squad for their second straight title defense this coming spring! The tryouts will be similar in format to the fall workouts, so we encourage everyone to take advantage of those.

If anyone has a conflict with the tryout date, but still wants to be a part of the team, notify us and we will be able to set up some alternative dates.

Training Program and MHEA Swim

If your student athlete attends the first workout date, likes the team, and enjoys water polo; then we highly recommend checking out our MHEA swimming program! Most of our varsity athletes also participate in the fall swim season, as MHEA Swim is a great way to get in shape and hang out with your future water polo teammates.

If you don't have a fall sport, or are just looking for a new way to cross train your cardio endurance for your current primary sport, there is no better option than swimming. Visit mheaswim.comand hit the Contact Us button to get in contact with Coach Kelsey!

General Info and Coach Bios

MHEA Water Polo began in 2015. In the short time since, it has become one of the most decorated programs in the state. The team's achievements would not have been possible without the tireless work of the student athletes. We put a heavy emphasis on developing thought processes and disciplined habits that we hope will serve student athletes throughout their bright futures.

Head Coach Jonathan Dobkins grew up playing varsity water polo in the US heartland of the sport, southern California. After graduating high school Coach Dobkins attended Auburn University, managing and playing for their water polo club for the majority of his time there. Coach Dobkins is the most accomplished high school water polo coach in the state. Prior to his tenure with MHEA he coached at SBA, leading them to one state title and four straight title game appearances. He also coached 2 future collegiate varsity players during this time.

Assistant Coach Ben Addison was homeschooled in Memphis and was a member of the first MHEA swim team. After graduating from the University of Alabama, he returned to Memphis and became the first head coach for MHEA Water Polo. Coach Ben led the team to their first state title in 2017 before stepping down as the head coach to enter dental school.